2010 Kia Borrego vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Borrego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Borrego would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Kia Borrego | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Borrego | C30 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3777 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2039 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |